Vintage Boker Solingen Civil War Commemorative Knife Set – Great Battles Series (Gettysburg & Shiloh, c. 1990s)

This matched set of commemorative pocket knives was produced by Boker Solingen, Germany, as part of their Great Battles of the Civil War series. Each knife features etched stainless-steel blades with detailed imagery and dates from key battles—Gettysburg (July 1, 1863) and Shiloh (April 6, 1862). The handles are fitted with nickel silver bolsters and shields marked “Civil War,” with one knife dressed in gray jigged bone-style scales and the other in striking blue jigged handles.

Both knives remain in excellent condition with tight blades, strong snap, and no signs of carry or sharpening. The set comes complete with original presentation boxes, registration card, and printed literature.

🔧 Specs:

Maker: Boker Solingen, Germany

Series: Great Battles of the Civil War

Patterns: Trapper-style folders (2 blades each)

Blades: Etched stainless steel (battle names, dates, and scenes)

Handles: One blue jigged bone-style, one gray jigged bone-style

Bolsters: Nickel silver

Closed Lengths: 3 ¾" (blue-handled), 4 ¼" (gray-handled)

Condition: Excellent; tight blades, strong snap, unused condition

📜 Historical Note:
Commemorative knives surged in popularity during the late 20th century, and Boker’s Civil War series is among the more respected lines due to the company’s Solingen craftsmanship and attention to detail. These pieces not only celebrate American history but also reflect the tradition of etched commemoratives popular with collectors of the 1980s–1990s.

🧲 Collector’s Note:
This set, complete with its original packaging and paperwork, is ideal for Civil War enthusiasts, Boker collectors, or anyone seeking display-quality commemoratives. With sequentially numbered bolsters, these knives stand out as collectible artifacts that merge German cutlery tradition with American historical themes.

⚠️ Disclaimer:
All knives in this shop are vintage or pre-owned unless stated otherwise. While many are in excellent condition, they may show normal signs of age or handling such as scuffs, blemishes, or blade wear. I try to document condition as accurately as possible in both the description and photos.

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